Crafty Paperation

Taking art back from the digital era to a nostalgic traditional age

Implications - While many artists are choosing to innovate by taking the digital path, others are falling back on more traditional mediums. For some it is an attempt to stand out, for others, it is fear of failing to excel with new tools, and for others still, reasoning lies in loyalty to a craft. For every artist against new technology, there are hundreds of consumers favoring traditional art.

These light installments from 7GODS are truly divine. From flower-like shapes to lamps that look like seashells, this collection of lights seems delicate and classy.
Although most seem to be made out… [More]

In a world rife with real weapons, we can thank design duo Postlerferguson for creating unharmful paper versions of deadly bombs and guns, DIY weapons that could only hurt you by giving you a nasty paper-cut.… [More]

Marilyn Scott-Waters is a designer and illustrator. She’s put up a very fun site called The Toymaker. Here you will find a variety of folding paper toys to make yourself or for adults and children to make… [More]

I'm a sucker for typography art, but these hand-cut posters by Peter Karras are officially my new favorites. Whereas the Etsy finds we usually feature are small cards or office paper-sized creations, Karras'… [More]

The L’Officiel July/August 2009 issue is set to feature a cover shot and accompanying jewelry editorial that rocks my world. Alexandra Zaharova and Ilya Plotnikov of Doberman Studio in Moscow created a… [More]